{"product_id":"dorman-976-614-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-614 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-614 Rear Driveshaft for Ram 1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-614 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ram 1500 and Dodge Ram 1500 applications. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, and joints to support a direct replacement for worn or damaged driveline components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 70.72 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.065 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with rear driveline service on 2011-2012 Ram 1500 and 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500. Fits 2011-2012 Ram 1500, rear. Fits 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, rear. This part number, 976-614, is also referenced by OE number 68034552AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dorman 976-614 when replacing a damaged rear driveshaft, correcting vibration from a worn shaft, or restoring driveline function after yoke or tube wear. It also addresses issues such as driveline noise, imbalance-related shaking, and play from worn universal-joint components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-axle and vehicle configuration before installation, and confirm overall length and slip-yoke engagement against the original shaft. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, handle it carefully during installation to avoid affecting balance. The shaft is not greaseable, and CV joints are not included in the attribute data, so confirm all required driveline interfaces before final fitment. Part number 976-614 should be matched to the vehicle listing before service begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures replacement driveline components for OE-style service applications. This driveshaft is built as a complete assembly with new structural and joint components to support consistent replacement quality for Ram 1500 driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802582511797,"sku":"BKKY-976-614","price":533.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976614_Fro.jpg?v=1784097175","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-614-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}